Introduction The National Recording Registry, established by the Library of Congress in 2002, is a program dedicated to preserving and celebrating important audio recordings that have had a significant impact on American culture. As part of this program, the registry recognizes and preserves recordings that are deemed “culturally,…

Introduction The National Recording Registry, established by the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000, is a collection of sound recordings that are considered “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” These recordings are chosen for preservation by the Library of Congress to ensure that they are accessible to future generations.…

From Hip-Hop to Jazz: The Diverse Range of Genres in the National Recording Registry The National Recording Registry was established in 2002 by the Library of Congress to preserve and celebrate recordings that are culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant. Each year, 25 recordings are added to the registry,…

Uncovering Hidden Gems: The Nas National Recording Registry’s Most Underrated Recordings When most people think of iconic recordings in music history, they may immediately think of albums like The Beatles’ “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” or Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” While these albums have rightfully earned their place…